Backswing & TakeawayBeginnerFixes: Disconnected Takeaway

One Piece Takeaway Drill

Curated PGA Drill by Kerrod Gray

Focus Area

Takeaway

Rep Guidance

3 sets of 10 slow rehearsal reps

Equipment

Golf club, alignment stick (optional)

Skill Level

Beginner

Video walkthrough by Kerrod GrayWatch on YouTube ↗

Why This Drill Works (Kinetic Mechanics)

Ensures the takeaway is driven by the big muscles (core) rather than twitchy hands.

How to Perform the Drill

Follow these step-by-step instructions. Rehearse slowly to build proper motor patterns before adding full swing speed.

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Choke down on the club so the butt end touches your belly button.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Take your setup.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Rotate your torso to move the club. Keep the butt end attached to your belly.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Stop when club is parallel to ground. Check if it's still connected.

What Good Feels Like

Focus on smooth tempo and maintaining body connection through impact. Your body and club should move as a single synchronized unit.

Common Mistake to Avoid

Rushing transition before completing backswing or lunging upper body forward towards ball at impact. Keep movement controlled.

Swing Faults & Ball Flights Addressed

Disconnected takeawayRolling wristsInside takeaway

Comprehensive Guides Featuring This Drill

How to Stay Connected in the Golf Swing

Connection means the arms stay in front of the chest so the body powers the club rather than the hands. You lose it when the arms lift independently in the takeaway, when the trail elbow flies out at the top, or when the body stalls through impact and the arms have to take over. Fix it by making the chest start and finish the swing, using a headcover or towel under the arm as feedback rather than trying to hold the arms in place by feel.

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